Braun 403 Wheelchair User Manual
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1. 1 Drill 1 1 8 diameter grom 3 Route ground and power Locate Circuit Sentry within gs Co ee ESELS cfaa met access hole Check cables through grommet 12 of positive battery Bi e Oe a under the vehicle for Route cables clear of terminal Mount Circuit f e o obstructions exhaust other hot areas Sentry with four self tap O a h PAS and moving parts screws Sandwich 1 8 Jid Eal 2 Insert grommet Secure x 4 x 4 plastic between EREU penip g e grommet with two self tap 4 Connect ground cable to Circuit Sentry and mount BE ss Ek screws vehicle framing member ing surface si te 2 ae ae see detail below ae Mt ay ac 6 Carefully connect opposite S 5 Attach power cable to end of lead cable to Posi j Auxiliary terminal of tive post of battery d Circuit Sentry Attach one i end of 18 lead cable to the Battery Circuit Sentry g a terminal Figure P 9 32 Diameter 2 Pilot Hole 2 i Disconnect v lly and discard O Connect vehicle Ground Cable milo m m interlock signal wires Teachout Ground Cable Corrosion Cut sen ing Lift mounted ground When mounting ground wire gt J cable ground cable must cables remove undercoat N be mo2. Braun Corporation FMVSS No 403 Quick Reference Installation Sheet 31312 Lift Operating Instructions TO LOAD PASSENGER lt 4 1 Load passenger onto platform fac ing outward and lock wheelchair brakes See Photos Q and R Note Outer barrier must be fully lt 4 unfolded until entire wheelchair p gt has crossed the barrier See Pho tos O and P UP 4 2 Press UP switch until platform LEVEL Switch raises just above ground level h Switch Release switch i 3 If necessary press the switch arm LEVEL switch until platform is level gt lt 4 Press UP switch until platform stops gt reaches floor level and inboard locator unfolds see Photo W Re lease switch Inboard Locator unfolded 5 Unlock wheelchair brakes and unload gt passenger from platform TO STOW PLATFORM lt 4 1 Press STOW switch until platform gt stops fully stowed vertical Re lease switch 2 Press STOW switch Photo Y until p gt platform sections close rotate to locked position See Photos AA CC TO CLOSE DOOR S Power Door Operator s Press the STOW switch until door s gt are fully closed Release switch Manual Door s Manually close door s fully Braun Corporation FMVSS No 403 Quick Reference Installation Sheet 31312 Manual Operating Instructions AWARNING Do not use electrical override to opera
3. Lock Washer Hardware o Typical e cats 3 8 16 Hex Nut 4 Secure upper adjustment bracket All Positions and upper mounting channel as sembly to vertical mounting brace 5 Carefully operate lift through all functions checking for clearances Upper specified in Figures D l Adjust pdustnent lift position and or upper mounting placket hardware as needed 3 816 X 3 A 3 8 Lock Hex Bolt ad ie 6 Drill 3 8 diameter holes through goea an floor using the corner holes in the Vena ROI Br ii tiles base plate as a template Refer to Mourtin Se g Figure H Insert 3 8 16 hex bolts Brace IN 546 Flat and secure below floor as speci Washer fied in Figure H bolt lengths as required per application e Figure 1 Tighten all mounting hardware Bracket securely All fasteners must meet FMVSS 571 403 Section 6 3 5 16 18 x 3 4 Vertical Mounting Brace Flat Head 7 Cut upper adjustment bracket off Screw flush with mounting brace and install foam padded cover using 5 16 cable ties Note Cover power Flat 5 16 Flat Washer Washer unit before cutting bracket we Le FA a ay ie A 8 Position and secure docking bum ie LAIN EAS Mpfe SN per See Figure L SNe Tox SING F gt 5 16 5 16 FIR Dn A DNS ged A g te ea Se 9 Position and secure warning sen Hex Lock ae sor mat as specified in Figure M Nut Washer Bee 5 16 Lock Washer Connect wiring harness to lift as shown in
4. iS Audible Threshold va Warning Threshold Warning Sensor a Inboard Locator __ The outer barrier will not raise if occupied by at least 25 pounds _ An audible warning will activate if at least 25 pounds is on the threshold area when the plat form is at least one inch below floor level _ Raising the platform more than 3 off of the ground is prevented unless the outer barrier is raised Verified By Signature Required Lift Model Series No Process fold and insert completed document in the lift mounted operator s manual storage pouch Serial No REQUIRED BY FEDERAL LAW Braun Corporation FMVSS No 403 Quick Reference Installation Sheet 31312 Lift Operating Instructions Whenever a passenger is on the platform the Passenger must face outward e Wheelchair brakes must be locked im Inboard locator and outer barrier must be UP Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage Before lift operation park the vehicle on a level surface away from vehicular traffic Place the vehicle transmission in Park and engage the parking brake Photos appearing in the Lift Operating Instructions depict lift functions being activated by lift mounted control switches only TO OPEN DOOR S Power Door Operator s 4 Press the DEPLOY switch until door s are fully open Release switch Manual Door s
5. Hex Nut Docking Bumper Threshold Warning Figure M 10 16 x 1 1 2 Wafer Head Phillips Self Drilling Screw Qty 4 Braun Corporation FMVSS No 403 Quick Reference Installation Sheet 31312 3 Attach Power and Ground Cable 4 Connect Interlock Figure N Vehicle and Lift Interlock Optional Interlock Kits AWARNING A 2 circuit lift vehicle interlock Universal Interlock Kit 30940K interface harness is provided inside is available for easy interface Install and verify the tower cover The Grey Red wire l proper operation of is connected to the battery power wit venice OEMielectronic all NHTSA mandated stud A butt connector is provided signals interlocks as on the Yellow Light Blue wire specified Failure Note Detailed installation to do so will result To meet minimum NHTSA require instructions are supplied with in a non compliant ments connect vehicle interlock interlock kit s installation and may signal wires as detailed in Figure P result in serious Steps 1 4 bodily injury and or LLA ELEGA
6. crank handle on actuator shaft and turn clockwise until platform stops reaches full 4 Remove cap from top of verti vertical position See Figure C cal arm actuator See Figure Remove crank handle C 3 Unlock disengage latch under 5 Place crank handle on actuator TO LOWER PLATFORM middle platform section See shaft and turn counterclock Figure A wise until platform reaches 1 Remove plug from top of motor 4 Manually close rotate the floor level See Figure C cover See Figure D three platform sections Remove crank handle 2 Place crank handle on motor 5 Engage latch under middle shaft and turn clockwise until platform section to lock platform platform reaches ground level sections See Figure A See Figure D Remove crank handle 2 Place link on inboard locator pin See Figure B 3 Insert hairpin cotter into inboard locator link pin See Figure B form sections at full width See Figure A TO CLOSE DOOR s Manually close door s TO OPEN DOOR S Manually open door s fully and secure TO DEPLOY PLATFORM 1 2 Unlock disengage latch under middle platform section See Figure A Manually open rotate the three platform sec tions to full width unfolded Engage latch under middle platform section to lock platform sections at full width See Figure A Rotate the access cover to expose the override switches See above photo Press the two override rocker switches to
7. serious bodily injury and or prop erty damage All listed inspection lubrication and main tenance procedures should be repeated at 750 cycle intervals following the scheduled 4500 Cycles maintenance These intervals are a general guideline for scheduling maintenance procedures and will vary according to lift use and conditions Lifts exposed to severe condi tions weather environment contamination heavy usage etc may require inspection and maintenance procedures to be performed more often than speci fied Discontinue lift use immediately if maintenance and lubrication procedures are not properly per formed or if there is any sign of wear damage or improper operation Contact your sales representa tive or call The Braun Corporation at 1 800 THE LIFT One of our national Product Support representatives will direct you to an authorized service technician who will inspect your lift A Inboard Locator Latch Mechanism Platform Fold Mechanism Under Cover Platform Hinges 6 uter Barrier Latch Lubricant Light Oil Specified recommended PNET Ele Braun Lubricant Light Penetrating Oil 30 weight or equivalent Amount Part No LPS2 General Purpose 11 oz Penetrating Oil Aerosol Can Door Ease Stainless Stick Door Ease Style tube Stick tube 1 68 oz Light Grease Consecutive 750 Cycle Intervals Light Grease Lubriplate Multipurpose D
8. Braun Corporation FMVSS No 403 Quick Reference Installation Sheet 31312 Braun Corporation FMVSS No 403 1 Position Lift Quick Reference Installation Sheet 31312 Place lift in approximate DOT Private Use Lift position Note Hoist or other lifting device is recommended NHTSA Vehicle Physical Requirements Position wedge plate s to achieve a 1 2 pre OEM Van Chassis Floor Requirements Lowered Drop Floor Requirements load at right inboard corner of platform See Nonmodified OEM full size van floors meet Must meet or exceed nonmodified Figures C and D all requirements for Vangater II Nonmodi OEM floor section fied OEM mini van floors meet all require Clearances Position wedges as A ments for Mini Vangater II needed for 1 2 preload Minimum 1 clearance between lift and vehicle See Figure E Door Opening Dimensions Maximum 1 2 between icle li j inboard locator and floor Inboard Maximum Vehicle lift access door opening 1992 and Newer Ford Slide Door Locator 4 2 when locator is deployed See Figure E must meet specified dimensions 1 Remove the lower slide door stop Minimum 3 4 clearance 2 With Power Door Door stop not Vehicle d between door and verti Door MSN cal arm See Figures F Opening and G Without Power Door Drill 2 holes in the lower door stop at dimensions shown in Figure B 3 Replace door stop locating o
9. Figure P Fab Lock Bolt Installation 1 Remove rubber washer and install 1 4 flat washers Fab Lock Bolt 1 4 Flat Washers SS A and C pillar 5 8 Wrench 5 16 Socket Place a 5 8 wrench onto bolt head and secure tightly Ratchet Wrench Figure J 2 Insert Fab Lock bolts minimum 2 fully through mounting channel 4 Place a 5 16 socket onto the inner screw and tighten turn clockwise 5 Turn socket until Fab Lock has expanded against metal surface 3 8 16 Slide Nut Upper Adjustment Bracket s Note Cut bracket off flush with Fab Lock Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 Hex Cap Screw Vertical with Mounting Lock Washer Brace Qty 2 Upper Mounting Channel mounting brace and install foam padded cover using cable ties Upper Mounting Channel Wall C Pillar Hardware typical opposite side Upper Amea a 1 Ie Bracket 5 16 18 x 7 8 Vertical Button Head Mounting _ _ Cap Screw Brace Figure K Eae 3 8 16 x 3 Hex Bolt with Lock Washer and Hex Nut Outer Pivot Docking gt Bumper bt Platform Lae aD EDS a SLS SESH a SeSe Figure L SF Docking Bumper Trim Emm fF 3 8 16 x 2 Hex Led l Qty 2 5 16 Flat Washer 3 8 Lock Washer Stepwell 3 8 16
10. Manually open door s fully and secure TO DEPLOY PLATFORM lt 1 Press DEPLOY switch until plat form sections open rotate to full width See Photos D and E Release switch lt 4 2 Press DEPLOY switch until plat form until platform stops reaches floor level and the inboard loca tor unfolds See Photos C and F Release switch gt gt gt Lift posted Warnings and Lift Operating Instructions decal 31185 provides lift operating in structions Replace any miss ing worn or illegible decals Follow the Manual Operating Instructions in event of power or equipment failure Do not use electrical override to oper ate the lift when a passenger is on the platform Switch TO UNLOAD PASSENGER 1 Load passenger onto platform facing outward and lock wheel chair brakes Note Outer barrier must be UP gt before loading passenger onto platform 4 2 If necessary press the switch arm LEVEL switch until platform is level 3 Press DOWN switch until the gt entire platform reaches ground level and outer barrier unfolds fully Release switch See Photo K TO UNLOAD PASSENGER lt 4 4 Unlock wheelchair brakes and gt unload passenger from platform Note Outer barrier must be fully unfolded until entire wheel chair has crossed the barrier See Photos M and N DOWN Switch
11. OVERRIDE Press the left toggle switch to DEPLOY until platform reaches floor level Release switch Press the right toggle switch to DOWN until platform reaches ground level Release switch To deploy unfold the outer barrier press the left toggle switch to DEPLOY until barrier unfolds fully Release switch TO OPEN DOOR S Manually open door s fully and secure TO STOW PLATFORM 1 2 Rotate the access cover to expose the override switches See above photo Press the two override rocker switches to OVERRIDE To raise fold the outer barrier to vertical posi tion press the left toggle switch to STOW until barrier folds fully Release switch Press the right toggle switch to UP until plat form reaches floor level Release switch Press the left toggle switch to STOW until plat form reaches vertical position Release switch Unlock disengage latch under middle platform section See Figure A Manually close rotate the three platform sec tions to closed position folded Engage latch under middle platform section to lock platform sections See Figure A Braun Corporation FMVSS No 403 Quick Reference Installation Sheet 31312 Maintenance and Lubrication AWARNING Maintenance and lu brication procedures must be performed as specified by an Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure safe troublefree operation Inspecting the lift for an
12. n the 2 drilled holes provides adequate clearance Z y O GU Figure F Fi m na Figure G D ai Floor f Floor E o Oow oo ae Wall Wall Minimum 1 Clearance Figure A Ground Level Wai NJ Drill 2 5 16 diameter holes 2 site Door Door ALIGNED PARALLEL ALIGNED ene PARALLEL ALIGNED Zz Dimen Minivan Full Size A 7 O 3 A Minimum Clear 42 48 Figure B Minimum 3 4 J SBR GA Clearance SEs e 3 B Clear Door Opening 31 1 2 39 1 2 a Minimum 3 4 a 2 W 2 W C Maximum Floor to 9 9 aac Braun Corporation FMVSS No 403 Quick Reference Installation Sheet 31312 2 Secure Lift Figure H 3 8 16 Hex Bolt Minimum 4 One in each corner e Lengths as required per application 1 Temporarily secure base plate by installing sheet metal screws in base plate slots 2 Secure vertical mounting brace and upper mounting bracket to frame tube See Figure I a 5 16 Flat Washer Position wedges as needed 3 Temporarily assemble upper ad justment bracket and upper mount ing channel See Figure K Posi tion assembly and mark mounting holes on van wall C pillar 3 Carefully drill 5 16 diameter wall mounting holes Secure upper mounting channel to wall C pillar using expanding Fab Lock bolts minimum 2 See Figure J 3 8 Body Washer 3 8
13. nd C 3 Adjust the outer cam until the floor level switch activates 4 Tighten screws A and C Deploy Limit Switch Adjustment Figure S This switch adjusts the angle of the platform when positioned at floor level The platform should be level with the van floor The switch is located on the vertical arm where the switch arm pivots 1 Position platform at floor level Loosen the screw that secures the cam to the vertical arm Level platform using a level or as needed Adjust cam so the deploy limit switch activates Tighten screw Verify position and check level D P OT Stepwell Application Figure Q Screws Dropped Floor Application Figure R Deploy Limit Switch Figure S tical rm Deploy Limit Switch Switch REQUIRED BY FEDERAL LAW 6 FMVSS 403 404 Certification Checklist Must be Completed and Signed DOT Private Use Lift The operations listed below must be functionally verified This lift is not available for use unless these operations have been verified by the installer s signature below Switch Arm Platform Outer Barrier N Verified L Vehicle movement is prevented unless the platform is fully stowed _ Lift operation shall be prevented unless the vehicle is stopped and vehicle movement is prevented _ The platform will not fold stow when at least 50 pounds is on the platform
14. ownstop pivot points 2 Upper lift rod pin Lower lift rod pin Kickout spring located in switch arm Platform hinges 6 Outboard barrier latch 14 oz Can Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Apply Light Oil See Lubrication Diagram Perform all procedures listed in previous section also Inboard locator latch mechanism Check mounting hardware Check all fasteners snap rings nuts hairpins etc Check all pivot points for excessive wear Apply Light Grease See Lubrication Diagram Tighten repair or replace if needed Tighten resecure or replace if needed Resecure replace damaged parts or otherwise correct as needed Note Apply lubricant during reassembly procedures Perform all procedures listed in previous sections also Platform fold mechanism Ballscrew main drive Clean ground cable at battery and frame Check power cables Repeat all previously listed inspection lubrica tion and maintenance procedures at 750 cycle intervals Apply Light Grease See Lubrication Diagram Add Lucas Heavy Duty Oil Stabilizer
15. te lift when a passenger is on the platform Doing so may result in serious bodily injury and or property damage PLATFORM LATCH INBOARD LOCATOR If you experience power or equipment failure refer to the Manual Operating Instructions to operate the lift Do not use electrical override to operate lift when a passenger is on the platform Refer to the Lift Operating Instructions for all normal lift operation procedures such as loading and unloading pas sengers Follow all Lift Operation Safety Precautions ACTUATOR Hand Crank Note For easier operation of the hand crank press and hold the electrical override MANUAL BRAKE RELEASE switch in the MANUAL position while turning crank Ye Fn Hairpin Deploy Down NZ B G VY rR Electrical Override Instructions The Electrical Override feature is provided as a diagnostic procedure to reset the system and as an alternative method of operating the lift without a AWARNING oa Do not use electrical override to operate lift when a passenger is on the platform e Override switches must be released to stop lift at desired position Failure to follow these rules may result in serious bodily injury and or property dam age passenger only Do not use the electrical override to oper ate the lift when a passenger is on the platform Lift functions operate at higher rate of speed
16. unted to a vehicle Ing dirt rust etc from Install butt 5 16 o framing member to pro framing member around connector External Tooth vide optimum ground mounting holes minimum t t Star Washer 5 8 diameter area Ap ply protective coating to mounting holes to prevent Ii corrosion Failure to do Figure O so will void warranty of Ground Cable Mounting certain electrical compo Ground Cable Mounting nents Door Cut Out Threshold Warning Switch Harness Sensor Harness Braun Corporation FMVSS No 403 Quick Reference Installation Sheet 31312 5 Limit Switch Adjustment Floor Level Cam Adjustment The floor level cam s are located on the lower drive arm shaft on the rear side of the frame tube under the cover Adjust per application Stepwell Application Figure Q 1 Position platform at floor level 2 Loosen the two cam screws 3 Adjust the cam for proper switch activation 4 Tighten the two cam screws Dropped Floor Application Figure R Up Stop Adjustment inner cam and switch 1 Position platform at original floor height full up position 2 Loosen screws A B and C 3 Adjust the inner cam for proper switch activation 4 Tighten screw B e Floor Level Adjustment outer cam and switch Activated when the platform switches from the up down positions to the stow deploy positions 1 Position platform at lowered floor level 2 Loosen screws A a
17. when using the electrical over ride When using the electrical override the operator must stop pressing the applicable override switch when the lift reaches the desired position limit switches ye Fn s Unlocked E aE will not function Note Following electrical override procedures press the two override rocker switches to NORMAL Close access cover and press the main control switch to STOW Function lift through one full cycle to ensure proper operation Electrical Override Switches E N Unlocked fe TO OPEN DOOR S TO DEPLOY INBOARD TO RAISE PLATFORM LOCATOR Manually open door s fully and 1 Remove plug from top of motor secure 1 Remove hairpin cotter from cover See Figure D inboard locator link pin See 2 Place crank handle on motor TO DEPLOY PLATFORM Figure B shaft and turn counterclockwise 2 Remove link from inboard loca tor pin See Figure B 3 Lower unfold inboard locator to vehicle floor until platform reaches floor level See Figure D Remove crank handle 1 Unlock disengage latch under middle platform section See Figure A 2 Manually open rotate the three platform sections to full TO STOW PLATFORM TO STOW INBOARD LOCATOR width 1 Remove cap from top of vertical 3 Engage latch under middle 1 Raise fold inboard locator to arm actuator See Figure C platform section to lock plat vertical position 2 Place
18. y wear damage or other abnormal conditions should be a part of your daily routine Simple inspections can detect potential problems The maintenance and lubrication procedures specified in this schedule must be performed by a Braun authorized service representative at the scheduled intervals according to the number of cycles The Vangater II is equipped with hardened pins and self lubricating bushings to decrease wear provide smooth operation and extend the service life of the lift When servicing the lift at the recommended inter vals inspection and lubrication procedures speci fied in the previous sections should be repeated Clean the components and the surrounding area before applying lubricants LPS2 General Purpose Penetrating Oil is recommended where Light Oil is called out Use of improper lubricants can attract dirt or other contaminants which could result in wear or damage to the components Platform components exposed to contaminants when lowered to the ground may require extra attention Lift components requiring grease are lubricated during assembly procedures When these com Main Drive Ballscrew in Frame Tube hidden Lift Rod TR C Downstop hidden a ponents are replaced grease must be applied during instal lation procedures Specified lubricants are available from The Braun Corpora tion part numbers provided below authorized service technician Failure to do so may result in
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